Recently, Prof. David Walker, Neurosurgeon, along with our, Neurosurgical Nurse Practitioner, Vivien Biggs, performed a unique procedure called an Awake Craniotomy for Brain Tumour Removal.

The patient, Jared Graves, 36 year old male, was awake during the procedure so that his movement in his left hand could be assessed whilst the tumour near the motor cortex on the right side of the brain was being removed. The aim of the procedure is to reduce the risk of weakness postsurgery. The operation went well and took a little over 2 hours.

Prof David Walker has a special clinical interest in brain tumours and is actively involved in conducting research to help find a cure for this disease. To read further case studies from Prof. Walker, click here to visit our website. 

Walk4BrainCancer is the biggest mobilisation of the brain cancer community, taking place across Australia from September to December every year.

Walk4BrainCancer Brisbane was held on Sunday, 28 October 2018, at 7th Brigade Park, Chermside. This was an emotional and ultimately uplifting event where people could share their stories, remember loved ones, and come together with people who share similar journeys.

This year, Brisbane supporters came together to raise an amazing $79,700.00 to assist with brain cancer awareness and brain cancer research. 

We are proud to support our partners the Newro Foundation & Cure Brain Cancer in their effort to help find a cure for this disease. To read about our close partner, The Newro Foundation, click here. 

Our Neurosurgeon, Dr Richard Kahler, has recently relocated his Rockhampton clinic to 45 Jessie Street, Rockhampton, 4700.

Dr Kahler is fully trained in all aspects of neurosurgical care and modern neurosurgery, he takes advantage of the latest technological and medical advances and is at the cutting edge of minimally invasive surgical techniques and the utilisation of computer-guided surgery.

If you would like to book an appointment, our secretaries are ready to take your call or you can book an appointment online via our website. 

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